116 results for 'Goethe'

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's scientific writings offer a unique perspective on nature and science. This anthology draws together his key ideas on these subjects, as expressed in his own words...

Conversations Of Goethe by Johann Peter Eckermann is a unique and insightful collection of discussions between the renowned German poet and literary giant, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, and his friend...

The Essential Goethe offers unparalleled access to the works of one of history's greatest writers. This comprehensive collection brings together Goethe's writings in English for the first time,...

Conversations with Goethe in the Last Years of His Life by Johann Peter Eckermann offers a unique glimpse into the mind of one of literature's greatest figures. This collection of conversations,...

This edition of Goethe's Faust presents the original German text alongside its English counterpart on facing pages. Walter Kaufmann's translation brings to life the poetic beauty and complex depth of...

Goethe: Life as a Work of Art is a masterful biography that presents the life and work of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe as an essential touchstone for the modern age. Rüdiger Safranski's in-depth...

The Cambridge Companion to Goethe offers a comprehensive and engaging exploration of this multifaceted figure. This volume situates Goethe within the cultural context of 18th-century Germany and...

The Wholeness of Nature Goethe's Way of Science by Henri Bortoft Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's approach to science is a style of learning and understanding that has largely fallen out of favour today...

Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship is a foundational work in the history of the novel, focusing on the growth and self-realization of its main character. Set against the backdrop of 18th-century...

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe: A Life of Enquiry and Creativity This new critical biography offers a comprehensive picture of German novelist, playwright, and poet Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. It...

Thomas Bernhard's collection of four stories offers a bleakly comic and rancorous exploration of the human condition. In these tales, the subject of Goethe is summoned to discuss the Tractatus...

Rudolf Steiner's introductions to Goethe's scientific writings offer a profound re-examination of knowledge and our relationship with nature. At just 21 years old, Steiner was tasked with editing...

Goethe: A Life and Work of Great Depth and Complexity Johann Wolfgang von Goethe was a multifaceted figure whose contributions to literature, art, science, and politics are still widely studied today...

Discover the underlying principles that govern color itself through the pioneering research of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.This lavishly illustrated book brings Goethe's 19th-century investigations...

From Goethe to Gundolf: Essays on German Literature and Culture is a comprehensive collection of Roger Paulin's essays, spanning forty years of research. This work explores Romanticism, Shakespeare...

Rudolf Steiner's essays offer an insightful exploration of Goethe's spirituality as revealed in his works. Steiner delves into the esoteric aspects of Goethe's Faust and the enigmatic Fairy Tale of...

Don't Forget to Live: Goethe and the Tradition of Spiritual ExercisesPierre Hadot's final book explores the concept of spiritual exercises, which are acts of the intellect, imagination, or will that...

Man or Matter: An Introduction to a Spiritual Understanding of Nature on the Basis of Goethe's Method of Training Observation and ThoughtThis comprehensive study explores the intersection of science,...

Goethe's masterpiece, Faust, is a profound and complex work that explores the human quest for knowledge and power. Drawing from diverse cultural and historical sources, Goethe crafts a dramatic tale...

Rudolf Steiner's lectures on Goethe's Faust writings and lectures from mid-1890s to 1916 offer a deeply esoteric exploration of Anthroposophy. Spanning fifteen lectures given between 1910 and 1916,...

Goethe's Way of Science: A Phenomenology of Nature explores the unique approach to science developed by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. This book delves into the philosophical foundations of his method,...

Rainbows, Halos, Dawn and Dusk: Exploring the Science of Atmospheric Colors This book delves into the captivating colors that appear in Earth's atmosphere, from coronas to rainbows, halos, dawn, and...

Islam and Romanticism: A Global Literary Culture This book explores the significant influence of Islam on literary Romanticism, tracing a lively lineage of interreligious exchange across continents...

Rudolf Steiner's Goethe's Theory of Knowledge offers a concise exploration of epistemology, the relationship between science and philosophy. Written in 1884-1885, this work reflects Steiner's own...

The Romantic Conception of Life Science and Philosophy in the Age of Goethe by Robert J. Richards This book explores how the ideas of 19th-century German Romantics influenced both their personal...

The West-Eastern Divan Complete, annotated new translation (bilingual edition) by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe presents a lyrical conversation between European and Persian poetic traditions. In 1814,...

Taking Appearance Seriously: A Dynamic Way of Seeing in Goethe and European Thought Henri Bortoft explores how our understanding of reality has changed over time, from the traditional view that...

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's Faust A Tragedy, Parts One and Two, Fully Revised is a philosophical and poetic drama that explores the complexities of human nature. This revised edition brings together...

Faust, the first part of the tragedy, presents a deeply flawed individual's struggle against the nihilism of his diabolical companion. The story charts the life of Faust, from his pact with the Devil...

Faust: Part One by J. W. von Goethe In 16th-century Germany, a legend emerged of a wandering conjuror who made a pact with the devil, trading his soul for greater knowledge. This pivotal moment in...

The Fairy Tale of the Green Snake and the Beautiful Lily, written by Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe, is a thought-provoking fantasy that explores the connection between the human soul and the world of...

First published in 1790, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's The Metamorphosis of Plants is a groundbreaking work that explores the unity of form in diverse plant structures. Inspired by his observations of...

Rudolf Steiner's social vision offers a clear way forward in today's challenging world. His concept of a threefold unity - an economic, political-legal and cultural-spiritual sphere - is not a...

The Sufferings of Young Werther by Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe is a masterpiece of European imagination, exploring themes of unrequited love, obsessive passion, and tragedy. This new translation...

The Flight to Italy: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's Diary and Selected LettersJoin Goethe as he embarks on his journey to Italy, a country that has captivated him since childhood. This authentic diary...

Experience the profound works of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe in this comprehensive collection. Spanning his most celebrated novels and poetry, as well as personal correspondence, this volume offers a...

Thomas Mann's novel explores the power of literary representation and the influence of the writer's imagination. Written 150 years after Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's The Sorrows of Young Werther, the...

The Roman Elegies by Johann Wolfgang Goethe is a collection of twenty-four poems that reflect his Italian Journey of 1786-88. Written mainly after his return to Weimar, these elegies celebrate the...

A deeply philosophical and psychologically complex novel by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Elective Affinities explores the intricate web of relationships between individuals and their choices. Written...

Theory of Colours by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a foundational work that explores the nature of colour and its relationship to human perception. Written in 1810, this book presents Goethe's...

The Werkstatt C1: Lehr- & Arbeitsbuch Training zur Prüfung Goethe-Zertifikat C1 is a comprehensive guide for those preparing to take the Goethe Institute's C1 language proficiency test. This...

Faust: Part 2 explores the darker aspects of human desire and the consequences of making a pact with the devil. In this sequel to Faust, Goethe conjures up ancient Greek mythology, bringing forth the...

The Sorrows of Young Werther is a novel written in the form of letters by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. This bilingual edition features the original German text alongside an official English...

Faust A Tragedy presents the complete works of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's iconic play. This edition includes Cyrus Hamlin's essential supporting material, with expanded and reset interpretive notes...

The Sufferings of Young Werther is a masterpiece of European literature, exploring the intense emotions and tragic consequences of unrequited love. This beautifully translated edition brings Goethe's...

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's Maxims and Reflections is a collection of his passing thoughts on art, ethics, literature, and natural science. Written over several decades, these 1,400 maxims reveal...

Faust Part 1 by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe In this first part of Goethe's great work, a brilliant scholar makes a pact with the devil, trading his mortal life for a moment of unparalleled glory. The...

Faust by Sandeep Parmar is a poetic exploration of the human experience, drawing inspiration from Goethe's story. The poet maps the figure of the migrant onto the scholar Faust, tracing a path of...

First part of Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe's magnum opus, "Faust", tells the story of a scholar who makes a pact with supernatural forces. Based on a German legend from the Renaissance, this play...

Elective Affinities A Novel by J. W. von GoetheA profound exploration of human relationships and the consequences of repression, this novel delves into the complexities of marriage and passion...

The Sorrows of Young Werther by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a poignant tale of passionate intensity and searching introspection. Written in 1774, this novel captured the Romantic sensibility of its...

Elective Affinities by Johann Wolfgang von GoetheA novel that explores the complex and often conflicting desires between convention and passion, this work reflects the author's own struggles with the...

Erich Heller's essays explore the values and ideas that shape modern German literature and thought, from Goethe to Kafka.The author examines how these writers reflect on the human experience,...

Faust: Part Two by J. W. von Goethe is a dramatic epic that pays homage to classical Greek culture and storytelling traditions. Inspired by the Arabian Nights tales, this work follows the restless...

This study explores the profound influence of Ancient Greek culture on German writers from the 18th century onwards. Beginning with Johann Joachim Winckelmann, it charts the development of...

Ned Denny's Unearthly Toys is a collection of poems and masks that explore the darker aspects of human experience. Structured with precision, these poems delve into themes of disconnection and the...

Rome Stories explores the city's enduring impact through the writing of various authors. From classical historians to modern writers, each contributor tests and unravels Rome's ageless paradoxes. The...

This collection of poetry spans over sixty years of the poet's life, from early works like 'Prometheus' to later pieces such as those in the Roman Elegies. Goethe's writing is deeply personal and...

Italian Journey 1786-1788 is a candid account of a pivotal period in Goethe's life, as he traversed Italy and grappled with spiritual crisis.This travel chronicle offers a unique insight into the...

The Sorrows of Young Werther presents itself as a collection of confessional letters written by its protagonist. This emotional journey follows a young man who falls deeply in love with a local...

The City of Bridges as seen by some of the world's most celebrated writers. This anthology brings together excerpts from letters, diaries, novels, plays, and poetry written in or about Venice.Each...

Jennifer Teege's life was forever changed when she stumbled upon a book that revealed a shocking family secret. The discovery that her grandfather, Amon Goeth, was the notorious Nazi commandant...

German for Children Volume 1: A Fun and Engaging Language Learning Workbook This workbook is designed to help children learn German in a fun and engaging way. Made by a Native Goethe Institut...

The Sorrows of Young Werther by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a deeply personal and emotional novel that explores the turmoil of unrequited love. In this poignant tale, a young man's all-consuming...

Psicoanálisis del arte by Sigmund Freud explores the intersection of psychology and art through five essays that examine the lives and works of notable figures such as Leonardo da Vinci, Goethe,...

Naples, a city like no other, is often shrouded in drama and darkness, with its proximity to active Mount Vesuvius and the presence of the Camorra. However, beneath its turbulent surface, the city...

Discover the contrasts of Frankfurt, a city that seamlessly blends tradition and modernity. From its impressive skyline to idyllic half-timbered buildings and lively shopping streets, Frankfurt...

The German Tradition of Self-Cultivation 'Bildung' from Humboldt to Thomas Mann By W. H. Bruford Cambridge University Press, 2010 In the 19th century, the concept of Bildung, or self-cultivation,...

Romanticism Comes of Age by Owen Barfield explores the role of imagination in Romantic philosophy and literature, particularly in the work of Coleridge and Goethe. The book examines how the creative...

The Ruins Lesson: Meaning and Material in Western CultureSusan Stewart explores how ruins have become a central part of Western culture, from ancient Egyptian inscriptions to twentieth-century...

European Literature and the Latin Middle Ages by Ernst Robert Curtius is a comprehensive exploration of the continuity of European literature from antiquity to the early nineteenth century. This...

A seminal work of colour science, first published in 1902, Colour Problems is a unique guide to the world of colour, reimagining foundational theories for practical use in art, science, and design...

John Julius Norwich's Venice: A Traveller's Reader is an anthology that showcases the diverse reactions to this iconic city throughout history. From ancient lagoon-dwellers to 18th-century revellers...

A comprehensive exploration of modernity's complexities, this book examines the intersection of social and philosophical ideals with bureaucratic materialism. Marshall Berman delves into the works of...

Thomas Pfau's Incomprehensible Certainty is a profound exploration of images and visual experience, tracing a connection between Platonic metaphysics and modern phenomenology. This study delves into...

Angelika Kauffman: A Life and Art of International Reputation Angelika Kauffman was a trailblazing artist who achieved unparalleled success in her lifetime. With her international reputation, she...

A New Divan brings together twenty-four poets from around the world to respond to Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's 200-year-old West-Eastern Divan. This new collection celebrates cross-cultural exchange...

Drawing as a Way of Knowing in Art and Science by Gemma Anderson-Tempini explores the intersection of art and science through the practice of drawing. By examining how drawing can be used to develop...

Color Meditation explores the spiritual aspect of color and how it can be experienced more intensely. By investigating colors meditatively, this book aims to make the essence of color accessible.The...

The Secret Teachings of Plants: A New Approach to Nature and Medicine. This book explores the idea that there are two modes of cognition available to all human beings, one based on the brain and the...

Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship is a foundational work in the history of the novel, exploring the growth and self-realization of its young protagonist as he strives to break free from his...

Late Essays 2006 - 2017 by J. M. Coetzee This collection gathers together J.M. Coetzee's literary essays from 2006 to 2017, exploring a range of subjects including Daniel Defoe and Samuel Beckett...

Dr. Faustus by Christopher Marlowe is a tragic tale of a doctor who makes a pact with the devil in exchange for knowledge and power. Based on the legend of Johann Georg Faust, this 16th-century story...

Infrathin: An Experiment in Micropoetics by Marjorie Perloff explores the nature of poetry, examining its visual, grammatical, and sound components. This concept, coined by Marcel Duchamp, refers to...

Erich Heller's comprehensive collection of essays explores the life and thought of Friedrich Nietzsche, one of modern Europe's most influential thinkers. By examining Nietzsche in relation to other...

Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel was a pivotal figure in modern philosophical thought. This biography offers a comprehensive and accessible account of his life and key concepts, situating him firmly...

Black-white-red Grotesques by Mynona is a collection of six bizarre tales that satirize various aspects of society. Written under the pseudonym Mynona, these stories blend elements of fairy tale,...

This Dance of Bliss Ecstatic Poetry from Around the World is a collection of poems and wisdom stories from the world's great sacred traditions. Ivan M. Granger brings together works by Rumi, St. John...

Discover how gardens inspired some of literature's greatest works in this visually stunning book. It explores the homes and gardens that played a significant role in the lives and creative processes...

All That Is Solid Melts into Air: A Journey Through Modernity This influential book offers a profound exploration of modernization and its far-reaching impact on society. Berman delves into the...

This Is Architecture Writing on Buildings by Stephen Bayley and Robert Bargery is a unique exploration of how writers perceive and engage with buildings. From Goethe's transformation in his views on...

Angelica Kauffman's remarkable life is told in this engaging novel by Miranda Miller. A true story of perseverance and artistic triumph, it follows Angelica as she overcomes obstacles to become one...

The Book of Duende by Jason Webster explores the mystery at the heart of flamenco, delving into its ancient roots and deeper meanings. This unique collection of essays, aphorisms, stories, poems, and...

The Chapter: A Segmented History from Antiquity to the Twenty-First Century by Nicholas Dames. This book explores how chapters evolved as a tool for organizing information and became a universally...

The One: An Ancient Idea Holding the Future of Physics Heinrich Päs presents a compelling case for monism, the philosophical idea that one single thing underlies everything we experience. This...

Brooklyn Wainwright discovers that murder is always a bestseller in her first novel. As a skilled surgeon, she's no stranger to life-or-death situations - but nothing could have prepared her for the...

Naples: A City Remembered in Its Glory This comprehensive guide to Naples brings to life the drama, history, and vibrant atmosphere of one of Europe's greatest cities. Once the royal capital of the...

A new translation of Roberto Calasso's thought-provoking work on violence and revolution, set against the backdrop of mythology and art. This book explores two main subjects: Charles-Maurice de...

The Spoon River Anthology is a striking and original achievement in American poetry. This edition provides a comprehensive understanding of the poet and his work, shedding new light on the social...

Sophiology: A Revolutionary Approach to Understanding Divine Wisdom. This groundbreaking anthology brings together primary source documents, poetry, and critical articles by leading scholars in...